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Sponsor Spotlight: Procter & Gamble
Broadway Series Sponsor
My Fair Lady
Aug . 9-14, 2022
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Sept . 20-25, 2022
Chicago
Nov . 8-13, 2022
Tootsie
Jan . 17-22, 2023
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Feb . 9-12 & Feb . 14-19, 2023
Hadestown
May 23-28, 2023
Walton Arts Center depends on contributions from our sponsors, donors and Friends to bring world-class entertainment to our region . Proctor & Gamble has sponsored the Broadway Series and has been an important financial backer of Walton Arts Center since 2007 . Megan Timberlake, P&G’s senior vice president for Walmart, sat down with us to talk about this amazing partnership .
When asked about what led P&G to start supporting Walton Arts Center, Timberlake says it’s part of their DNA . “Giving back is rooted in who P&G is as a company, and this is especially true in the communities where we live and serve . P&G has been in Northwest Arkansas now for over 30 years and having a vibrant arts community is an important factor in making this a great place to live and work . Our partnership with Walton Arts Center is core to this belief, and we are proud to be part of the growth .”
It’s always fulfilling to hear that other people and organizations – especially large employers within the region like P&G – see the benefits that Walton Arts Center brings to the community. It is our goal for sponsors and their team members to see the benefit of their support for Walton Arts Center within the community . Timberlake agrees .
“As a large employer, we have a diverse employee base that takes advantage of the breadth of Walton Arts Center programming . All of the work that the organization does – the Broadway series, individual shows, cultural events and arts education – each add to the vitality of Northwest Arkansas in a unique way, ensuring there is something for everyone .”
Timberlake adds, “P&G is committed to playing a leadership role to support the arts . The Broadway Series ensures access to best-in-class national programming right here at home in Northwest Arkansas .” In addition to sponsoring the Broadway Series, P&G also sits on the Walton Arts Center Corporate Leadership Council, which Timberlake says, “provides an opportunity to work collaboratively as a business community to increase Walton Arts Center arts education opportunities and access for children across Northwest Arkansas .”
– Megan Timberlake P&G’s Sr . VP for Walmart
That decision to provide support in both areas is one that is very intentional to P&G . “We believe that by supporting these two efforts, Walton Arts Center can continue to delight audiences now and into the future .”
When asked if she’d recommend Walton Arts Center as a sponsor opportunity for another business, Timberlake smiled and said, “We are proud of our longstanding relationship with Walton Arts Center and hope that other partners will consider supporting the Walton Arts Center too . Additional partners allow the collective reach and impact of programs and arts education to more parts of the Northwest Arkansas community .”
Timberlake also explained that support of local arts benefits the companies as well, pointing out that, “A vibrant arts community benefits us all while making Northwest Arkansas a more appealing place to live, which helps recruit talent to the area .”
If you’d like more information about becoming a corporate sponsor like P&G, please contact Amy Freeman Navarro at afreeman@waltonartscenter.org .
